Jaime Benson
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Highly motivated and compassionate graduate nurse seeking a position at the Veterans Affairs, where I can leverage my clinical skills and passion for serving veterans to provide exceptional care and contribute to their well-being. Eager to learn and grow within a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of those who have served our country.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Information Technology Specialist
Senior Care Partners PACE (PACE NETWORK)
10.2021 - Current
- Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
- Controlled and managed server room, wireless network, server infrastructure, audiovisual equipment, laptops and video conferencing equipment.
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for customers and end-users across various time zones.
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (Trauma Burn Unit)
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Ascension Borgess Hospital (Medical Surg I)
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (Pediatric Unit)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (L&D, Antepartum & MB)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Commons
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
IT Specialist (Phone Systems Mgmt Contract)
Ascension Borgess
05.2021 - 07.2021
Nursing Assistant
Bickford Assisted Living
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Nursing Assistant (COVID Assist)
Park Village Pines
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Field Associate
Workforce Strategies Inc
04.2019 - 08.2019
IT Software Support Technician
Banque Internationale Pour Le Commerce Et L'Indust
07.2017 - 02.2019
IT Technician
United Bank Of Africa, UBA
04.2016 - 10.2017
Nursing Assistant
Pamo Hospital
07.2011 - 08.2016
Education
High School Diploma -
Paradise International Secondary School
Port HarcourtBachelor of Science - Traditional Nursing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI12.2023
Professional Diploma in Infrastructure Management - Deployment/Troubleshooting of Windows Server
National Institute of Information Technology
PortHarcourt, Rivers State11.2013
Skills
- Written Communication
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
Certification
Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)
John Hopkins University
Issued May 2023 Credential ID 4D9WD2UTFSUT
John Hopkins University Issued Sep 2018
Credential ID X44JY7YDU7ND
Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II)
John Hopkins University Issued Jul 2018
Credential ID 7ADK877KMUJZ
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)
John Hopkins University Issued Jul 2018
Credential ID 9XZY6HJN9D4E
Psychological First Aid
Microsoft Issued Aug 2022
Credential ID I384-1566
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Installation and Configuration for Microsoft Dynamics NAV (MCITP) NIIT Issued Oct 2013 Credential ID R133005500644 14CA300550319
Additional Information
References:
Dr. Pamela J Wadsworth (269) 615-4995 - Relationship (Faculty)
Becca Loszewski (269) 601-1386 - Relationship (Work Colleague)
Julie Tindol (269) 209-1829 - Relationship (Work Supervisor)
Timeline
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (Trauma Burn Unit)
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Ascension Borgess Hospital (Medical Surg I)
09.2022 - 12.2022
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (Pediatric Unit)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Methodist Hospital (L&D, Antepartum & MB)
01.2022 - 04.2022
Information Technology Specialist
Senior Care Partners PACE (PACE NETWORK)
10.2021 - Current
Student Nurse (Apprenticeship)
Bronson Commons
09.2021 - 12.2021
IT Specialist (Phone Systems Mgmt Contract)
Ascension Borgess
05.2021 - 07.2021
Nursing Assistant (COVID Assist)
Park Village Pines
12.2020 - 02.2021
Nursing Assistant
Bickford Assisted Living
08.2019 - 06.2021
Field Associate
Workforce Strategies Inc
04.2019 - 08.2019
IT Software Support Technician
Banque Internationale Pour Le Commerce Et L'Indust
07.2017 - 02.2019
IT Technician
United Bank Of Africa, UBA
04.2016 - 10.2017
Nursing Assistant
Pamo Hospital
07.2011 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Paradise International Secondary School
Bachelor of Science - Traditional Nursing
Western Michigan University
Professional Diploma in Infrastructure Management - Deployment/Troubleshooting of Windows Server
National Institute of Information Technology
Planning a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety III)
John Hopkins University
Issued May 2023 Credential ID 4D9WD2UTFSUT
John Hopkins University Issued Sep 2018
Credential ID X44JY7YDU7ND
Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II)
John Hopkins University Issued Jul 2018
Credential ID 7ADK877KMUJZ
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View (Patient Safety I)
John Hopkins University Issued Jul 2018
Credential ID 9XZY6HJN9D4E
Psychological First Aid
Microsoft Issued Aug 2022
Credential ID I384-1566
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
Microsoft Certified IT Professional: Installation and Configuration for Microsoft Dynamics NAV (MCITP) NIIT Issued Oct 2013 Credential ID R133005500644 14CA300550319
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